It Takes Tulle: An Elegant Touch for the Lehenga

I've been searching for a modern design element for my bridal lehenga dress. Well I found it! Tulle is such a fun unique idea for Indian formal wear and I personally haven't seen it on anyone yet. It's looking simply gorgeous in these photos. The key is to have it peek out from underneath the skirt for a subtle effect while it provides hidden poofiness for a dramatic flair. Once again, Posh is on the cutting edge of fashion. The entire photo shoot from Our Blog of Love is a must-see because the bride is adorable.

Source: Marigolds & Mithai

Source: Our Blog of Love

Source: Our Blog of Love

Source: Our Blog of Love

(oooh fun peep toe shoes too)

Source: Victoria Beckham in Tarun Tahiliani for Vogue India

Tips on Entertaining from a Fashion Designer

My previous post included a beautiful table setting featured in Town & Country Magazine that was designed by Naeem Khan, who is a fashion designer to celebs like Beyonce and Eva Longoria. I found this wonderful little article on WSJ.com that has some great tips from him. Here are my favorites:

o Keep it simple... use color but don't go crazy with colors (it's so easy to go crazy with colors!)

o Line up a row of white candles in varying heights along the center of the table (hmmm, more impactful on long tables but probably a decent idea for round tables too)

o Use herbs to decorate... wrap a rosemary twig around a napkin (so simple and rustic)

o Serve your guests a special cocktail as soon as they walk through the door (I am all over the "signature cocktail" idea, now if I can only decide what it will be...)